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Disney fans rejoice! The spooky season has arrived, so I'm kicking off October with one of the co-authors of the book "Be Our Ghost," all about ghost stories that occurred inside the Disney Parks. Spirits are allegedly hanging around the obvious places like The Haunted Mansion and Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, but they're also in some surprising locations like It's a Small World and Peter Pan's F...

Disney fans rejoice! Marvel has announced several more projects heading to Disney+ and a "Hocus Pocus" reunion is coming our way. But unfortunately we have some sad news to report this week as well with many Disney Parks layoffs, the passing of a classic Disney movie star and an attack on a Disney (and American) icon. That and so much more on this episode. Don't miss the Disney content releasing r...

Disney fans rejoice! Puppeteer Leslie Carrara-Rudolph visits the show to discuss the use of puppetry in the Disney Parks. From classic shows like Voyage of the Little Mermaid to Legend of the Lion King and Finding Nemo the Musical, to newer presentations like The Muppets Present...Great Moments in American History and Merry Menagerie, the Disney Parks are full of great puppetry experiences. Hear o...

Disney fans rejoice! We got news about some more upcoming Disney re-openings including Aulani and Hong Kong Disneyland. Plus some future theatrical releases have been rearranged once again, Disney+ has some surprising content coming our way and I make an exciting announcement about my future in podcasting. That and so much more on this episode. Join the DCTC Community to gain early access to episo...

Disney fans rejoice! Imagineer Susan Bonds visits the show to discuss the iconic attractions she's worked on like the ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter, Indiana Jones Adventure, Mission: SPACE and more. We also discuss her work opening Epcot as well as where she believes the theme park industry should be heading. That and so much more on this episode. Join the DCTC Community to gain early access...

Disney fans rejoice! Some long awaited attractions are finally opening at the Tokyo Disney Resort after an initial delay. Plus, we're getting new Mickey shorts on Disney+ and some Star Wars merch is headed out of Batuu for easier accessibility. That and so much more on this episode. Join the DCTC Community to gain early access to episodes and bonuses! Support the show at no additional cost to you...

Disney fans rejoice! The live action re-imagining of "Mulan" has had quite the bumpy road, but after several attempts at a theatrical release, it eventually ended up heading directly to Disney+. Hear our thoughts on the latest movie in the long line of Disney live action remakes compared to the original animated feature. That and so much more on this episode. Join the DCTC Community to gain early...

Disney fans rejoice! Walt Disney World is getting ready for the upcoming holidays and they've made even more announcements about some of the changes and celebrating we can expect this year. Plus, LEGO has an upcoming set that will make "Star Wars" fans very happy, there's a chance for "Golden Girls" fans to celebrate the classic shows 35th anniversary and "Beauty and the Beast" is heading back to...

Disney fans rejoice! Matthew Schiavone began his career in the animation industry at the young age of eighteen. He built up an incredible resume working on various Disney projects including "Hercules" at Walt Disney Animation Studios. But when the industry drastically changed, so did the careers of many people. Hear how Matt's journey lead him to unexpected jobs and how he bounced back into his dr...

Disney fans rejoice! Freeform has announced their 31 Nights of Halloween schedule along with their Halloween Road experience for this year, and nighttime entertainment has returned to the Tokyo Disney Resort. Plus, designs inspired by Moana are headed to a Walt Disney World hotel and new merchandise options are coming to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. That and so much more on this episode. Join the DCT...

Disney fans rejoice! Thirty years ago in 1990, The Disney Afternoon premiered on television introducing Disney to the TV animation syndication block. A generation of Disney fans grew up on shows like "DuckTales," "Darkwing Duck," "Chip n Dale Rescue Rangers," "Tale Spin" and more. Listen as we discuss all of the different Disney Afternoon shows as well as its history and theme park representation....

Disney fans rejoice! The Halloween season is just around the corner and Shanghai Disneyland as well as Walt Disney World will be celebrating with some first-time offerings. Plus, there will soon be a way to visit Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge planet Batuu from your home and the Marvel Cinematic Universe has lost one of its brightest stars. That and so much more on this episode. Join the DCTC Community...

Disney fans rejoice! The Country Bear Jamboree has been part of Magic Kingdom since its opening and it was an immediate hit prompting Disneyland and Tokyo Disneyland to get their own versions. But the attraction wasn't initially planned for the theme parks. This classic show has an interesting history as well as some controversial tunes that you can still hear in the parks to this very day. That a...

Disney fans rejoice! Shanghai Disneyland got some good news as they can now welcome even more guests into the park. Plus, Disney+ has a bunch of new content headed its way and there are a couple of opportunities to play some official Disney Trivia games online this week. That and so much more on this episode. Join the DCTC Community to gain early access to episodes and bonuses! Support the show at...

Disney fans rejoice! Upon first glance, DinoLand U.S.A. in Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park can seem a bit all over the place. But if you take the time to dig a little deeper (pun intended) you'll discover an in-depth backstory that ties it all together. Listen as we share this often overlooked story from this one-of-a-kind theme park land. That and so much more on this episode. Join the DCTC Co...

Disney fans rejoice! Disneyland Paris has announced their plans for the holiday season festivities in the parks. Also, Walt Disney World has announced some upcoming changes to their park hours and they've made it one step closer to more live entertainment returning to the parks. Plus, Hulu announced a bunch of new content including another season of Love, Victor headed to the streaming service. Th...

Disney fans rejoice! Don Hahn's long awaited documentary about the life and career of Howard Ashman has finally been released. In his short lifetime, Howard Ashman reshaped Walt Disney Animation as the lyricist of "The Little Mermaid," "Beauty and the Beast" and "Aladdin." "Howard" is now available on Disney+, and in this exclusive interview you can hear directly from the films director about his...

Disney fans rejoice! The Walt Disney Company has made the choice to release the much-anticipated live action "Mulan" to Disney+ instead of waiting for movie theaters to reopen. But there's a catch. Plus, there's a new performance group at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Tom Hanks is in talks to play an iconic Disney role and the Disney Parks Moms Panel has been re-branded. That and so much more on thi...

Disney fans rejoice! In this episode we chat about the various forms of live entertainment available to guests in New Orleans Square at Disneyland Park. A lot of folks might take it for granted as they stroll on by, but the Bootstrappers, Jambalaya Jazz Band, Royal Street Bachelors Jazz Band and more all play an integral role in bringing New Orleans Square to life. That and so much more on this ep...

Disney fans rejoice! PIXAR Animation Studios has announced it's newest movie set to be released in 2021, Alan Menken has becomes the worlds second LEGOT, Disneyland Resort announced a big cancellation, but Disneyland Paris announced some returning live shows. That and so much more on this episode. Join the DCTC Community to gain early access to episodes and bonuses!   Support the show at no additi...

Disney fans rejoice! Listen as we discuss the new book, "The Traveler's Guide to Batuu," which shares insight into the planet of Batuu and Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at both Disneyland and Disney's Hollywood Studios. Learn about the planets inhabitants, traditions, history and....holidays?!? A review of this book may just include clues as to what we can expect in the future at Black Spire Outpost. T...

Disney fans rejoice! The Tokyo Disney Resort has announced a new nighttime spectacular headed its way, several Disney movies have announced new release dates including the Avatar sequels, Minnie Mouse has found her new voice, the Disneyland Hotel is getting an expansion and a hit Disney Junior show is nearing its end. That and so much more on this episode. WEBSITE: http://www.dizneycoasttocoast.co...

Disney fans rejoice! PrimeTime at the Parks returns and this time we're discussing the TGIF hit, "Boy Meets World." Listen as we chat about whether or not this hit sitcoms Walt Disney World episode makes sense within the world of the show and if what they're showing us is true to the parks. That and so much more on this episode. WEBSITE: http://www.dizneycoasttocoast.com COMMUNITY & BONUSES: https...

Disney fans rejoice! Walt Disney World made some major announcements about previously announced projects that are now being postponed as well as some attractions that are permanently closing in the parks. Plus, Walt Disney World annual passholders got some good news and a bunch of new content is headed to Disney+ including the long awaited Howard Ashman documentary. That and so much more on this e...

Disney fans rejoice! We continue taking a look back at Disneyland anniversaries of yesteryear with the 30th and 35th anniversary tv celebrations. These two specials differ drastically in tone but both offer special moments from Disneyland's past. The phrase "you never know who'll show up to celebrate" is an understatement in these cases. That and so much more on this episode. WEBSITE: http://www.d...